64

Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds

In-ear TWS · ANC · 6h/21h · BT 5.2

$80

MSRP

76

LinkBuds Fit Earbuds

In-ear TWS · ANC · 5.5h/21h · LDAC · BT 5.3

$180

MSRP

Our verdict

The LinkBuds Fit Earbuds takes the performance lead with a 19% higher overall score, driven by its more shader cores, more of memory, and higher TFLOPS of compute power. In gaming benchmarks at 1440p, it delivers roughly 0% more frames per second across demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Alan Wake 2.

However, the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds tells a compelling value story. At $80 versus the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds's $180 price tag, it costs 125% less while delivering performance that's only 19% behind. Its of memory is still more than enough for 1440p and even 4K gaming in most titles.

Our recommendation: for the majority of gamers targeting 1440p or even 4K with upscaling enabled, the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds is the smarter purchase. The LinkBuds Fit Earbuds only makes sense if you need the absolute maximum performance for native 4K ray tracing, professional 3D rendering, or AI workloads where the extra VRAM and compute power provide a tangible advantage.

Performance winner

LinkBuds Fit Earbuds

19% faster overall

Best value for money

Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds

21% better value per dollar

Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds best for

Power efficiency

21% better value per dollar

Audio

Driver Size
6.5mm
5mm
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20kHz
20Hz - 20kHz
Form Factor
In-ear TWS
In-ear TWS

Battery

Battery Life (ANC On)
6h
5.5h
Total with Case
21h
21h
Fast Charge
5min → 1h
3min → 1h

Comfort

Weight
5.6g
4.9g
IP Rating
IPX2
IPX4
Wireless Charging
No
No

Connectivity

Bluetooth
5.2
5.3
Codecs
Samsung Scalable, AAC, SBC
LDAC, AAC, SBC
Multipoint
No
Yes (2 devices)

Noise Cancellation

Active Noise Cancellation
Yes
Yes
Transparency Mode
Yes
Yes (Adaptive)

Frequently asked questions

Is the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds worth $100 more than the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds?

It depends on your needs. The LinkBuds Fit Earbuds scores 76 overall vs 64 for the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds offers better value.

Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds or LinkBuds Fit Earbuds?

The LinkBuds Fit Earbuds delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The LinkBuds Fit Earbuds provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.

Can the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds handle 4K gaming?

The Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds can handle 4K gaming in less demanding titles and with upscaling technologies like DLSS or FSR. For native 4K at ultra settings in demanding games, the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.

Which should I buy, the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds or LinkBuds Fit Earbuds?

Choose the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.

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